The Eat well Plate is a pictorial summary of the main food groups. It is a simple visual aid of foods that are recommended for a healthy diet.1. To build up your plate, start with non-starchy vegetables.Fill half your plate with vegetables and a smaller number of fruits. A ratio of 5:1 is helpful. Aim not to exceed two portions of fruit.Eat non-starchy veggies, e.g. leafy greens, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, green beans and peppers, courgettes, onions, etc. They are naturally low in calories and sugar and are high in fibre.By filling half of your plate with non-starchy veggies,…

What is the secret to living a long and healthy life? There are five geographic areas in the world with the highest life expectancy; Research carried out by Dan Buettner identified the nine commonalities the oldest people in these areas share to increase their wellness and longevity. Which countries have got it right? Let's look at the Blue Zones.   These areas are:   Okinawa in Japan  Nicoya Peninsula (Costa Rica)  Ogliastra in Sardinia (Italy) Icaria in Greece  The Seventh-day Adventists in Loma Linda, California (USA) As you can see in the diagram in the introduction, the…